By Sandra Chukwunyere
One of the administrators and beneficiaries of the estate of the late Alhaji Kazeem, Fadeel Kazeem, has raised concerns over alleged trespass, construction activities and attempts to market or dispose of a disputed property at 406 Ikorodu Road, Ojota, Lagos, formerly known as Ojota Motel.
Kazeem, who identified himself as an administrator and beneficiary of the estate, said activities had allegedly continued on the property despite ongoing legal proceedings concerning ownership, administration and beneficial interests in the estate.
According to him, the property was demolished on May 2, 2026, following earlier regulatory proceedings. He, however, alleged that people later returned to the premises, removed rubble and moved materials onto the site.
He further alleged that blocks were subsequently erected on the property and that other construction-related activities were carried out.
Kazeem questioned the authority under which the alleged activities were taking place while the ownership and other interests relating to the property remained subject to dispute.
The administrator said his position required him to protect the interests of the estate and ensure that disputed properties were preserved pending the resolution of the issues before the relevant authorities and the court.
He said the Ojota property was connected to proceedings before the High Court of Lagos State, Ikeja Division, amid a wider family dispute involving several properties and competing interests in the estate.
Kazeem also alleged that efforts had been made to market or otherwise dispose of the property despite the unresolved dispute.
He expressed concern that prospective buyers or investors could unknowingly become involved in transactions relating to the disputed property.
According to him, a public notice bearing the inscription “CAVEAT EMPTOR — BUYER BEWARE” was published in a national newspaper on July 10, 2026, to alert members of the public to the dispute.
He urged prospective purchasers and investors to conduct proper searches, verify the property’s legal and registration status and obtain independent legal advice before committing funds or entering into any transaction involving the property.
Beyond the property dispute, Kazeem alleged that some beneficiaries and family members had faced threats, intimidation and pressure in connection with attempts to assert or protect their interests in properties linked to the estate.
He said the alleged incidents had further heightened tensions within the family, adding that complaints relating to the disputed properties had also been presented before the Lagos State Ministry of Justice Special Task Force on Land Grabbers.
The administrator called on the relevant authorities to document and investigate any allegations of threats, harassment, intimidation or unlawful interference involving beneficiaries and other persons connected with the estate.
He also appealed for the disputed property to be preserved pending the determination of the substantive issues before the court and other competent authorities.
Kazeem maintained that parties with legitimate interests in the property should be allowed to pursue their claims through lawful channels.
He said the wider dispute also involved No. 7 Alhaji Kazeem Street, Ojota, and other properties allegedly forming part of the estate.
He identified one of the proceedings as Suit No. ID/ADR/3246/2025, while related complaints remain before the Lagos State Ministry of Justice Special Task Force on Land Grabbers.
The allegations contained in this report remain claims made by Kazeem and have not been established by a final judgment of the court. The defendants and other persons connected with the dispute are entitled to respond to the allegations and present their positions before the court and other appropriate authorities.
Kazeem’s description of himself as an administrator and beneficiary is based on the Letter of Administration supplied by the sponsoring party. Its publication in this report does not constitute an independent judicial or governmental determination of the disputed claims.
This report was submitted for publication by the sponsoring party and reflects Kazeem’s position and allegations regarding the disputed properties.
